Lineover Wood

Lineover Wood is a protected woodland on north-facing slopes in the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Gloucestershire. The forest grows on limestone-based soil and features multiple tree species spread across approximately 20 hectares.

The woodland has been documented for over 1200 years as part of a larger estate holding. Its name comes from Anglo-Saxon words referring to the slope and limestone features of the land.

The woodland shows signs of ancient coppicing practices in its structure and tree growth patterns, visible in how many trees have multiple trunks from historical cutting. These traditional management methods shaped how the forest looks and grows today.

The woodland can be explored via multiple walking routes, with two clearly marked paths and information boards scattered throughout. The ground on the north-facing slopes can be damp, so sturdy footwear is recommended for visiting.

A particularly old beech tree within the woodland has a trunk circumference of about 7 meters and ranks among the oldest beech specimens in the country. This ancient individual is a rare example of the age that trees can reach in this forest.

GPS coordinates: 51.86730,-2.01956

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03